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Assetto Corsa Troubleshooting

Having issues with Assetto Corsa? Find solutions to common problems below. Click on any issue to see step-by-step fixes.

8 Common IssuesStep-by-Step Fixes

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Game Won't Start / Crashes on LaunchCrashes During LoadingMods Not Appearing in GameBlack Screen IssuesForce Feedback Not WorkingLow FPS / Poor PerformanceOnline / Multiplayer IssuesAudio / Sound Problems

Game Won't Start / Crashes on Launch

Game doesn't launch at allCrashes immediately after clicking PlaySteam says "Running" then stopsBlack screen then crash

Solutions

1. Verify Game Files

  1. 1.Open Steam Library
  2. 2.Right-click Assetto Corsa → Properties
  3. 3.Go to "Installed Files" tab
  4. 4.Click "Verify integrity of game files"
  5. 5.Wait for process to complete and restart game

2. Update GPU Drivers

  1. 1.Visit NVIDIA.com or AMD.com
  2. 2.Download the latest drivers for your graphics card
  3. 3.Install and restart your PC
  4. 4.Try launching AC again

3. Run as Administrator

  1. 1.Navigate to AC installation folder
  2. 2.Right-click AssettoCorsa.exe → Properties
  3. 3.Go to Compatibility tab
  4. 4.Check "Run this program as an administrator"
  5. 5.Click Apply

4. Disable Conflicting Software

  1. 1.Temporarily disable antivirus/firewall
  2. 2.Close background apps (Discord overlay, MSI Afterburner)
  3. 3.Check for Windows updates
  4. 4.Restart and try again
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Crashes During Loading

Game crashes while loading a trackCrash when selecting a carFreezes on loading screenError message during load

Solutions

1. Identify the Problematic Mod

  1. 1.Note which car/track was loading when it crashed
  2. 2.Try a different car on the same track
  3. 3.Try the same car on a different track
  4. 4.If a specific mod causes crashes, remove or reinstall it

2. Reset CSP Settings

  1. 1.Open Content Manager
  2. 2.Go to Settings → Custom Shaders Patch
  3. 3.Reset all CSP settings to default
  4. 4.Try loading again

3. Check Mod Dependencies

  1. 1.Read the mod page for required dependencies
  2. 2.Some cars need data packs or DLC
  3. 3.Install any missing requirements
  4. 4.Restart the game

4. Clear Cache

  1. 1.Close AC completely
  2. 2.Delete the cache folder in Documents/Assetto Corsa/cache
  3. 3.Restart the game to rebuild cache
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Mods Not Appearing in Game

Downloaded car doesn't appear in car listTrack not showing in track selectionSkin not available for carApp not visible in-game

Solutions

1. Check Installation Location

  1. 1.Cars go in: assettocorsa/content/cars/
  2. 2.Tracks go in: assettocorsa/content/tracks/
  3. 3.Skins go in: assettocorsa/content/cars/[car_name]/skins/
  4. 4.Verify the folder is in the correct location

2. Check Folder Structure

  1. 1.Car folders must contain: data/, sfx/, skins/, ui_car.json
  2. 2.Track folders must contain: ui/ with ui_track.json
  3. 3.Avoid extra nested folders (common mistake)
  4. 4.The car folder name should match the folder name exactly

3. Use Content Manager

  1. 1.Open Content Manager
  2. 2.Drag and drop the mod ZIP directly onto CM
  3. 3.CM auto-detects the mod type and installs correctly
  4. 4.Check Content → Cars or Tracks to verify installation

4. Scan for Content

  1. 1.In Content Manager, go to Content section
  2. 2.Click the refresh/scan button
  3. 3.CM will re-scan your content folders
  4. 4.Missing mods should now appear
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Black Screen Issues

Black screen after loadingGame loads but screen stays blackCan hear sounds but no visualsScreen goes black during race

Solutions

1. Reset Graphics Settings

  1. 1.Navigate to Documents/Assetto Corsa/cfg/
  2. 2.Rename or delete video.ini
  3. 3.Launch AC - it will recreate with default settings
  4. 4.Adjust graphics settings in-game

2. Check PP Filter

  1. 1.A corrupted or incompatible PP filter can cause black screens
  2. 2.In Content Manager: Settings → Video → Post-Processing
  3. 3.Change PP filter to "default" or disable it
  4. 4.Test if the issue is resolved

3. Update CSP

  1. 1.Old CSP versions can cause display issues
  2. 2.Get the latest CSP from Content Manager or patreon.com/x4fab
  3. 3.Install the update via Content Manager
  4. 4.Restart the game

4. Disable Fullscreen Optimizations

  1. 1.Right-click AssettoCorsa.exe → Properties
  2. 2.Compatibility tab → Check "Disable fullscreen optimizations"
  3. 3.Also try running in Windowed or Borderless mode
  4. 4.Apply changes and restart

Force Feedback Not Working

Wheel has no force feedbackFFB feels weak or wrongWheel oscillates/vibrates constantlySteering feels dead/no resistance

Solutions

1. Check Wheel Drivers

  1. 1.Make sure wheel drivers are installed (Logitech G Hub, Fanatec drivers, etc.)
  2. 2.Update to the latest driver version
  3. 3.Restart PC after driver installation
  4. 4.Test wheel in Windows settings first

2. Configure FFB in Content Manager

  1. 1.Settings → Assetto Corsa → Controls
  2. 2.Select your wheel from the dropdown
  3. 3.Set FFB gain to ~80-100%
  4. 4.Enable "Enhanced FFB" for better road feel
  5. 5.Disable filters if FFB feels muted

3. Fix Oscillation

  1. 1.Reduce FFB gain if wheel oscillates
  2. 2.Increase FFB minimum force (2-5%)
  3. 3.Lower wheel damping in CM settings
  4. 4.Check if issue is car-specific (suspension setup)

4. Reset Controller Settings

  1. 1.In Content Manager: Settings → Controls
  2. 2.Delete your current preset
  3. 3.Reassign your wheel from scratch
  4. 4.Map throttle, brake, steering, buttons

Low FPS / Poor Performance

Low frame rate / stutteringGame feels laggyDrops below 60 FPSLong loading times

Solutions

1. Lower Graphics Settings

  1. 1.In Content Manager: Settings → Video
  2. 2.Reduce: Reflection quality, Shadow resolution, AA
  3. 3.Disable: Motion blur, Heat shimmer if struggling
  4. 4.World detail and car detail can be lowered

2. Optimize CSP

  1. 1.Disable CSP features you don't need
  2. 2.Rain/Weather can be demanding
  3. 3.Real mirrors processing affects FPS
  4. 4.Reduce grass quality and density in CSP settings

3. Reduce AI and Traffic

  1. 1.Fewer AI cars = better performance
  2. 2.Traffic mods are very demanding
  3. 3.Free roam with many cars will impact FPS
  4. 4.Start with fewer opponents and increase as you test

4. Windows and Driver Optimization

  1. 1.Close background apps before playing
  2. 2.Update graphics drivers
  3. 3.Set Power plan to High Performance
  4. 4.Disable hardware acceleration in Discord/browsers
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Online / Multiplayer Issues

Cannot connect to serversKicked for missing contentHigh ping / lagCars warping or teleporting

Solutions

1. Install Missing Content

  1. 1.When kicked for missing content, note what's required
  2. 2.Search for the required car/track on AC Supply or other sources
  3. 3.Install the exact version the server uses
  4. 4.Some servers provide download links in their descriptions

2. Check Network Settings

  1. 1.Ensure UDP ports 9600-9615 are open in firewall
  2. 2.Try connecting via WiFi or Ethernet (whichever you weren't using)
  3. 3.Disable VPN if using one
  4. 4.Contact your ISP if you have persistent connection issues

3. Use Content Manager Server Browser

  1. 1.Content Manager has a better server browser than stock AC
  2. 2.It shows required content and lets you filter by installed content
  3. 3.Click on a server to see detailed requirements
  4. 4.Many servers link to their required content

4. Reduce In-Game Ping

  1. 1.Join servers with lower ping (closer to your location)
  2. 2.Close bandwidth-heavy applications
  3. 3.Quality of Service (QoS) on your router can prioritize gaming
  4. 4.Wired connection is more stable than WiFi

Audio / Sound Problems

No in-game audioCar has no engine soundDistorted or crackling audioSound mod not working

Solutions

1. Check Audio Device

  1. 1.Verify correct playback device is selected in Windows
  2. 2.In AC/CM settings, check audio output device
  3. 3.Try switching between audio outputs
  4. 4.Restart game after changing audio settings

2. Fix Car Sound Issues

  1. 1.Missing car sounds often mean missing sfx folder
  2. 2.Check the car's sfx folder exists and has files
  3. 3.Some mods require sound packs/dependencies
  4. 4.Reinstall the mod if sounds are missing

3. Fix Audio Crackling

  1. 1.Update audio drivers
  2. 2.Try changing audio quality in FMOD settings
  3. 3.Disable audio enhancements in Windows sound settings
  4. 4.Close other audio applications

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